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Members of the Seven Points Police Department are recognized during the April 11 city council meeting by Chief of Police Raymond Wennerstrom. 

SEVEN POINTS—During the Seven Points City Council meeting held April 11, Chief of Police Raymond Wennerstrom honored the men and women of the police department. 
Wennerstrom spoke of Dispatcher Jennifer Zellmer, as a shining star of leadership and communication skills ensure officers receive clear and timely information and of Dispatcher Maranda Inman’s quick thinking and dedication are invaluable assets to the department. 
Officer Jason Perini and Officer Franciso Gomez’s commitment and exemplary performance throughout the quarter were also noted. Wennerstrom stated that both officers go above and beyond and their dedication to serving the City of Seven Points is commendable. 
Officer James Thompson was presented the Top Cop Award for his bravery and selflessness in the face of danger. “You are an inspiration to your fellow officers and a symbol of the unwavering courage we hold dear in the Seven Points Police Department,” stated Wennerstrom. 
Officer Bill Wilson was recognized as the Quarterly Reserve Officer during the meeting. “Your commitment is commendable. You exemplify the dedication to public safety that defines the department. Thank you for all your payless hours and dedication to this City and Department,” Wennerstrom said. 
“To all the officers and dispatchers recognized today, you are the backbone of this department. Your bravery, dedication, and unwavering commitment to serving Seven Points are truly remarkable. Thank you for all that you do. To the citizens of Seven Points, know that you are safe in the hands of these incredible individuals,” stated Wennerstrom. 
Also discussed during the meeting was the progress on the construction and repaving the roads within the city. Ray Hicks with Schaumburg & Polk, Inc. (SPI) previously met with the council regarding the roads and offered the company’s expertise. SPI offers engineering services such as roadway planning and design and drainage improvements. Hicks stated that they monitored the flooding during the current rain and stated that it was important to test what was under the roadway. He laid out the steps the city should take to properly and correctly reconstruct the roads stating that first, a priority road plan should be developed naming highest priority roads with the highest traffic first. Secondly surveying, engineering design and a Geotech survey should be conducted. Lastly bidding, advertising and construction costs should be approached. No action was taken on this agenda item. Hicks agreed that this project should be a team effort with the engineering firm and Henderson County.  
In conjunction with the road discussion, city council approved an interlocal cooperation agreement for labor and equipment use with Henderson County to assist with work on part of Veteran Lane and Arnold Hills Road. The City of Seven Points will supply the material for the projects. 
In other business, council:
• Tabled a decision on allowing nearby residing officers to take their patrol vehicles home on their Monday shift and leave them on their Friday shift. 
• Approved Resolution #188 amending the Seven Points Schedule of Fees. 
• Approved Ordinance #378 regulating donation drop boxes on private property in the City of Seven Points. 
• Approved Resolution #189 creating a policy to regulate training, vehicle, travel, meal per diem and other related expenses and policies.